2002 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. Both 2002 Daewoo Nubira and 1998 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daewoo Nubira (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Nubira | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Nubira | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
